Essential Information About the Audient EVO SP8 Mic Preamp
- 8 EVO preamps with Multichannel Smartgain to automatically set levels on multiple mics in seconds.
- 32-bit / 96 kHz conversion and dual ADAT to expand your interface and reach up to 24 addressable I/O.
- 2 front-panel JFET instrument inputs, perfect for guitar/bass with a natural and responsive tone.
- "EVO Motion UI" control system with high-resolution LCD screen, a single central encoder, and ultra-readable metering.
A Modern ADAT Expander at the Heart of the EVO Range
Designed as the ideal extension for an ADAT-compatible audio interface, the EVO SP8 follows Audient's solutions focused on simplicity and reliability. It provides eight additional mic/line preamps, dedicated line outputs, and unified control via the "Motion UI" ergonomics inherited from the latest EVO interfaces, streamlining sessions and centralizing your settings.
Who Is It For and What Are Its Uses?
The SP8 targets creators who need to multiply takes without compromise: multi-mic drum recording, band capture, multi-voice podcasts, acoustic ensembles, or hybrid setups with external hardware. Connected via ADAT, it instantly frees up channels while offering two JFET DI inputs ready for guitar or bass on the fly.
Features Designed for Workflow
Multichannel Smartgain analyzes sources and automatically applies optimal gain across multiple inputs simultaneously: a reliable way to avoid clipping, speed up soundchecks, and stay focused on performance. The EVO preamp can then be fine-tuned to the nearest decibel for precise calibration.
On the conversion side, the 32-bit/96 kHz AD/DA converters deliver a precise and detailed image, whether recording or routing to your external devices. The two ADAT ports maintain flexible connectivity at high sample rates, while the Word Clock input locks your system clock.
With the "EVO Motion UI", the high-resolution LCD, single encoder, and channel status indicators provide clear control over inputs/outputs, phantom power, and levels without detours or complex menus.
Technical Specifications
Audio and Conversion
- 8-channel mic preamplifier
- Resolution: 32-bit / 96 kHz
- State-of-the-art AD/DA converters
- Mic gain range: 58 dB
- Line gain range: 58 dB (pad -10 dB)
- Phantom power: 48 V +/- 4 V at 10 mA/channel
- Frequency response: +/- 0.5 dB from 10 Hz to 40 kHz
- THD+N at 0 dBu (1 kHz): < 0.0015%
- Signal-to-noise ratio: 100 dB
- Crosstalk: < -105 dBu at 1 kHz, < -103 dBu at 10 kHz
- Maximum input level: +16 dBu
Connectivity and I/O
- 24 x inputs/outputs
- 8 x mic/line inputs
- 2 x JFET instrument inputs
- 8 x line outputs
- 2 x ADAT inputs
- 2 x ADAT outputs
- Word Clock input
Impedances
- Input impedance (mic): > 3 kOhms balanced
- Input impedance (line): > 10 kOhms balanced
Control and Interface
- "EVO Motion UI" control system
- High-resolution LCD screen
- Single-button centralized control
- Ultra-clear metering
- Input/output control
- Channel status indication
- Multichannel intelligent gain
Software, Dimensions, and Weight
- Included: Audient ARC software download
- Dimensions: 355 x 255 x 53 mm
- Weight: 4 kg